2026 Moral and Ethical Leadership Conference

October 29, 2026 | Salt Lake City, Utah

About This Event

The Salt Lake Chapter of the BYU Management Society (BYUMS) is proud to host its 11th Annual Moral and Ethical Leadership Conference, bringing together professionals, educators, students, and community leaders for a day centered on principled leadership.

Conference Theme: Endurance - Standing for What Matters

This year’s theme, “Endurance: Standing for What Matters,” goes beyond physical resilience. It explores what it means to stand for what matters most when leadership is tested.

Throughout the conference, speakers will share experiences and practical insights for navigating the moral and ethical challenges leaders face in business, education, family life, and their communities.

Attendees will hear from a diverse group of accomplished leaders who bring perspectives from business, education, civic leadership, athletics, healthcare, and more, all sharing stories and strategies for leading with purpose.

Conference Theme Highlights

Conference discussions will explore topics including:

• Endurance: Standing for What Matters

• Rehabilitation and Second Chances

• Strengthening Families and Communities

• Serving the Underserved and Underrepresented

Confirmed Speakers Include

• Aaron Miller - BYU Ethics Professor

• Lisa Valentine Clark - Actress, Improv Comedian, and Author of Real Moms: Making IT Up as We Go, Host of BYU Radio podcasts "The Lisa Show" and "Council of Moms"

• Ben Abbott - Professor of Engineering and Lead on Save the Great Salt Lake

• Tina Cannon - Utah State Auditor

Additional speakers to be announced.

Why Attend?

Now in its 11th year, the MEL Conference offers a unique opportunity for professionals, educators, students, and community leaders to come together in pursuit of higher standards of leadership.

By attending, you'll:

• Connect with values-driven peers across industries

• Gain real-world insights on ethical leadership in today's world

• Contribute to the BYUMS scholarship fund supporting local students

• Leave with renewed motivation to lead with integrity

Event Details

Date: Thursday, October 29, 2026
Location: Hale Centre Theatre (Legacy Room - 2nd floor), 9900 S Monroe St, Sandy, UT 84070
Time: 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Dress Code: Business Casual

Additional venue and event details will be provided as they are finalized.

Continuing Education

This conference qualifies for at least 5 CPE credits. A volunteer will assist with attendance and evaluations. Please check in at the registration table for assistance on the day of the event.

Registration & Pricing

All tickets include breakfast, lunch, and conference materials.

Discounted early-bird and other registration options will be available. Group rates are also available for groups booking more than 10 tickets. Please reach out directly to Laura Wan (luckywans@gmail.com) for group registration information.

Join us at Endurance: Standing for What Matters as we come together professionally and personally, in our communities, with our values, and in our shared vision for principled leadership.

We can't wait to see you there.